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a
Enter system setup, select
Network Controller
and change the setting to
Off
.
b
Connect the network cable to the network adapter card’s connectors. Do not connect the
network cable to the integrated network connector on the back panel of the computer.
11
Install any drivers required for the card as described in the card documentation.
Removing a PCI Express x16 Card
1
Follow the procedures in "Before You Begin."
2
If necessary, disconnect any cables connected to the card.
3
Press the lever with your thumb until you release the securing tab.
4
While pressing the lever, pull the card up and out of the card connector.
5
If you are removing the card permanently, install a filler bracket in the empty card-slot opening.
If you need a filler bracket, contact Dell.
NOTE: Installing filler brackets over empty card-slot openings is necessary to maintain FCC
certification of the computer. The brackets also keep dust and dirt out of your computer.
1 PCI Express x16 card
2 lever
3
securing slot (not all cards)
4
securing tab
5 PCI Express x16 card connector
3
2
1
5
4